Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Friday, May 30, 2025.We start with a major breaking story this morning. After nearly a year on the run, police have captured a fugitive suspected in the 2024 murder of a Nashville rapper. The arrest was made by California authorities, bringing some long-awaited closure for the victim’s family and our music community. In other crime news, a local gun store on Charlotte Pike was robbed for the second time this year, with thieves again using a car to smash through the storefront. Police urge local business owners, especially in West Nashville, to double-check their security systems as the investigation continues.At City Hall, council members are considering some big changes. A proposal to create a standalone Department of Waste Services aims to finally solve our trash pickup delays. Another ordinance would repeal the much-criticized Stormwater Capacity Fee and refund around 1.4 million dollars to residents and businesses. There’s also a comprehensive rezoning plan up for discussion in The Nations, with a public hearing scheduled in August. If you live in that area, keep an eye on upcoming council meetings for updates that could impact your property and neighborhood traffic flows.Now a quick look at today’s weather. After a mild start in the 60s this morning, expect afternoon highs around 75 with a slight chance for pop-up showers. Saturday is shaping up a bit warmer, reaching the low 80s, with scattered thunderstorms possible by late afternoon, so plan ahead for any outdoor activities.The job market in Nashville continues its steady pace. Unemployment rates are holding near three and a half percent, and hospitality and healthcare remain the leading sectors for new job postings this week. On the real estate front, home sales have ticked up again with the median price for a single-family home just over 520 thousand dollars. The Nations and Woodbine neighborhoods are seeing the most activity, especially from first-time buyers.Turning to music and culture, the Music City Rodeo kicked off last night at Nissan Stadium with a star-studded lineup, drawing fans from across the Southeast. And tonight and tomorrow, catch rising comic Jet Ski Johnson at Zanies on Eighth Avenue—tickets are still available for both nights. If you’re seeking something family-friendly, Centennial Park will host the kickoff to summer concert series all weekend, featuring local jazz and indie acts.Several schools are celebrating big moments. At Hume-Fogg, the girls’ soccer team clinched the regional title last night at the Vanderbilt fields, and several Metro schools just wrapped up another successful year with high graduation rates.Community spirit is shining, too. We want to give a special shoutout to Gigi Sutton, honored this week as our local hero for her endless work supporting food banks and after-school programs in North Nashville.Before we go, public safety officials are warning about a spike in mosquito activity and are encouraging everyone to take precautions outdoors this weekend.That wraps up our morning. This has been Nashville Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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